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With flu activity increasing rapidly across the region, we’re sharing an important update from the Medical Officers of Health for Ottawa Public Health and the Eastern Ontario Health Unit about what this means for families and how to reduce your risks of severe illness.
December 15, 2025 at 3:19 PM
With flu activity increasing rapidly across the region, we’re sharing an important update from the Medical Officers of Health for Ottawa Public Health and the Eastern Ontario Health Unit about what this means for families and how to reduce your risks of severe illness.
❄️ Before grabbing your sled, toboggan, skis or ice skates, check out the helmet information on Parachute. You’ll find helmet fitting tips, sport-specific recommendations.
Have a fun and safe outing!
https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/helmets/helmets-for-winter-activities/
Have a fun and safe outing!
https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/helmets/helmets-for-winter-activities/
December 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
❄️ Before grabbing your sled, toboggan, skis or ice skates, check out the helmet information on Parachute. You’ll find helmet fitting tips, sport-specific recommendations.
Have a fun and safe outing!
https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/helmets/helmets-for-winter-activities/
Have a fun and safe outing!
https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/helmets/helmets-for-winter-activities/
Hey Ottawa! Our dashboard shows that flu activity has continued to increase, with flu activity now being very high. Flu-related hospitalizations are also very high - higher than this time last year. Levels of COVID-19 are moderate and increasing and RSV levels are high and increasing.
December 12, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Hey Ottawa! Our dashboard shows that flu activity has continued to increase, with flu activity now being very high. Flu-related hospitalizations are also very high - higher than this time last year. Levels of COVID-19 are moderate and increasing and RSV levels are high and increasing.
Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines? For winter? Groundbreaking.
Getting your flu & COVID-19 vaccines is in style this season. Call ahead to your nearest pharmacy, or visit: https://www.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations/
Getting your flu & COVID-19 vaccines is in style this season. Call ahead to your nearest pharmacy, or visit: https://www.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations/
December 9, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines? For winter? Groundbreaking.
Getting your flu & COVID-19 vaccines is in style this season. Call ahead to your nearest pharmacy, or visit: https://www.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations/
Getting your flu & COVID-19 vaccines is in style this season. Call ahead to your nearest pharmacy, or visit: https://www.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations/
Protecting your skin from sun damage is important all year around! Don’t let the colder weather stop you from staying safe in the sun.
Check the UV index each day and follow The Weather Network’s recommendations to keep yourself safe (https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/city/ca/ontario/ottawa/uv)
Check the UV index each day and follow The Weather Network’s recommendations to keep yourself safe (https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/city/ca/ontario/ottawa/uv)
December 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Protecting your skin from sun damage is important all year around! Don’t let the colder weather stop you from staying safe in the sun.
Check the UV index each day and follow The Weather Network’s recommendations to keep yourself safe (https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/city/ca/ontario/ottawa/uv)
Check the UV index each day and follow The Weather Network’s recommendations to keep yourself safe (https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/city/ca/ontario/ottawa/uv)
Ottawa Public Health reminds residents to get vaccinated ahead of the holidays.
Please read the PSA here: ottawa.ca/en/city-hall...
Please read the PSA here: ottawa.ca/en/city-hall...
December 8, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Ottawa Public Health reminds residents to get vaccinated ahead of the holidays.
Please read the PSA here: ottawa.ca/en/city-hall...
Please read the PSA here: ottawa.ca/en/city-hall...
Just because the weather has been cold, doesn’t mean the ice is safe. ❄️
It may appear safe, but many things can affect the ice on waterways.
For more info, visit: #Winter-Water-Safetyter-Water-Safety" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/water-safety.aspx#Winter-Water-Safety
It may appear safe, but many things can affect the ice on waterways.
For more info, visit: #Winter-Water-Safetyter-Water-Safety" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/water-safety.aspx#Winter-Water-Safety
December 5, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Just because the weather has been cold, doesn’t mean the ice is safe. ❄️
It may appear safe, but many things can affect the ice on waterways.
For more info, visit: #Winter-Water-Safetyter-Water-Safety" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/water-safety.aspx#Winter-Water-Safety
It may appear safe, but many things can affect the ice on waterways.
For more info, visit: #Winter-Water-Safetyter-Water-Safety" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/water-safety.aspx#Winter-Water-Safety
We’ve officially entered flu season in Ottawa.
Our dashboard shows a big increase in flu percent positivity this week – this is a percentage based on the number of flu tests done that come back positive. Hospitalizations for flu have also been increasing, which... (1/2)
Our dashboard shows a big increase in flu percent positivity this week – this is a percentage based on the number of flu tests done that come back positive. Hospitalizations for flu have also been increasing, which... (1/2)
December 5, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We’ve officially entered flu season in Ottawa.
Our dashboard shows a big increase in flu percent positivity this week – this is a percentage based on the number of flu tests done that come back positive. Hospitalizations for flu have also been increasing, which... (1/2)
Our dashboard shows a big increase in flu percent positivity this week – this is a percentage based on the number of flu tests done that come back positive. Hospitalizations for flu have also been increasing, which... (1/2)
It’s looking chilly over the next few days!
Remember to dress in layers when it's very cold outside.
Download the WeatherCan app to get the latest local updates & alerts as soon as they happen.
www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/weather-general-tools-resources/weathercan.html
Remember to dress in layers when it's very cold outside.
Download the WeatherCan app to get the latest local updates & alerts as soon as they happen.
www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/weather-general-tools-resources/weathercan.html
December 4, 2025 at 7:31 PM
It’s looking chilly over the next few days!
Remember to dress in layers when it's very cold outside.
Download the WeatherCan app to get the latest local updates & alerts as soon as they happen.
www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/weather-general-tools-resources/weathercan.html
Remember to dress in layers when it's very cold outside.
Download the WeatherCan app to get the latest local updates & alerts as soon as they happen.
www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/weather-general-tools-resources/weathercan.html
What kind of car seat do we need? How do I install it?
Many parents have questions about how to make sure their child is properly secured.
To book an appointment, please visit: https://seatsforkids.ca/clinics
Many parents have questions about how to make sure their child is properly secured.
To book an appointment, please visit: https://seatsforkids.ca/clinics
December 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
What kind of car seat do we need? How do I install it?
Many parents have questions about how to make sure their child is properly secured.
To book an appointment, please visit: https://seatsforkids.ca/clinics
Many parents have questions about how to make sure their child is properly secured.
To book an appointment, please visit: https://seatsforkids.ca/clinics
You listened. We counted. All of your listening made you part of something bigger.
December 3, 2025 at 8:13 PM
You listened. We counted. All of your listening made you part of something bigger.
Certain vaccines are required for children to attend school in Ontario.
These vaccines are publicly funded (at no cost) and are offered through your child’s health care provider.
These vaccines are publicly funded (at no cost) and are offered through your child’s health care provider.
December 3, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Certain vaccines are required for children to attend school in Ontario.
These vaccines are publicly funded (at no cost) and are offered through your child’s health care provider.
These vaccines are publicly funded (at no cost) and are offered through your child’s health care provider.
Good afternoon, Ottawa. This is a reminder that your Board of Health meets today at 5pm.
You can watch the meeting live on our YouTube page: www.youtube.com/ottawahealthsante/live
You can watch the meeting live on our YouTube page: www.youtube.com/ottawahealthsante/live
December 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Good afternoon, Ottawa. This is a reminder that your Board of Health meets today at 5pm.
You can watch the meeting live on our YouTube page: www.youtube.com/ottawahealthsante/live
You can watch the meeting live on our YouTube page: www.youtube.com/ottawahealthsante/live
Today is World AIDS Day, a time to show support for those living with HIV and remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses.
Let's work together to end the stigma and promote awareness.
acottawa.wordpress.com
Let's work together to end the stigma and promote awareness.
acottawa.wordpress.com
AIDS Committee of Ottawa | Resource Guide 2025
Since 1985, ACO has worked to offer support, education and prevention services to the Ottawa community.
acottawa.wordpress.com
December 1, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Today is World AIDS Day, a time to show support for those living with HIV and remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses.
Let's work together to end the stigma and promote awareness.
acottawa.wordpress.com
Let's work together to end the stigma and promote awareness.
acottawa.wordpress.com
It’s that time of year again, flu cases are rising in Ottawa.
Our dashboard is showing flu activity is higher than last week and expected to keep increasing.
Our dashboard is showing flu activity is higher than last week and expected to keep increasing.
November 28, 2025 at 4:07 PM
It’s that time of year again, flu cases are rising in Ottawa.
Our dashboard is showing flu activity is higher than last week and expected to keep increasing.
Our dashboard is showing flu activity is higher than last week and expected to keep increasing.
Gambling is more common than you think—online games, sports betting, casinos. It can impact anyone. Talking about it matters.
Learn how to start the conversation at Ottawa
https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/have-that-talk-about-gambling.aspx
Learn how to start the conversation at Ottawa
https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/have-that-talk-about-gambling.aspx
November 28, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Gambling is more common than you think—online games, sports betting, casinos. It can impact anyone. Talking about it matters.
Learn how to start the conversation at Ottawa
https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/have-that-talk-about-gambling.aspx
Learn how to start the conversation at Ottawa
https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/have-that-talk-about-gambling.aspx
Tune in to Your Health with Dr. Trevor today:
• 580 CFRA Ottawa Now at around 3:35 p.m.
• CTV News at Six tonight
This week, Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions. Find out when to keep kids home from school, whether they need a flu vaccine, and how OPH manages outbreaks in daycares.
• 580 CFRA Ottawa Now at around 3:35 p.m.
• CTV News at Six tonight
This week, Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions. Find out when to keep kids home from school, whether they need a flu vaccine, and how OPH manages outbreaks in daycares.
November 27, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Tune in to Your Health with Dr. Trevor today:
• 580 CFRA Ottawa Now at around 3:35 p.m.
• CTV News at Six tonight
This week, Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions. Find out when to keep kids home from school, whether they need a flu vaccine, and how OPH manages outbreaks in daycares.
• 580 CFRA Ottawa Now at around 3:35 p.m.
• CTV News at Six tonight
This week, Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions. Find out when to keep kids home from school, whether they need a flu vaccine, and how OPH manages outbreaks in daycares.
Physical activity is key to preventing falls.
For more information visit: https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/strong-and-steady-free-fall-prevention-program-for-older-adults-in-ottawa.aspx.
For more information visit: https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/strong-and-steady-free-fall-prevention-program-for-older-adults-in-ottawa.aspx.
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Physical activity is key to preventing falls.
For more information visit: https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/strong-and-steady-free-fall-prevention-program-for-older-adults-in-ottawa.aspx.
For more information visit: https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/strong-and-steady-free-fall-prevention-program-for-older-adults-in-ottawa.aspx.
Try adding flavour without extra salt or fat.
This guide breaks down which spices work best for different dishes, from sweet to savory, so you can cook with confidence and taste.
Learn more: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Cooking-Food-Preparation/How-to-cook-with-Spices.aspx
This guide breaks down which spices work best for different dishes, from sweet to savory, so you can cook with confidence and taste.
Learn more: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Cooking-Food-Preparation/How-to-cook-with-Spices.aspx
November 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Try adding flavour without extra salt or fat.
This guide breaks down which spices work best for different dishes, from sweet to savory, so you can cook with confidence and taste.
Learn more: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Cooking-Food-Preparation/How-to-cook-with-Spices.aspx
This guide breaks down which spices work best for different dishes, from sweet to savory, so you can cook with confidence and taste.
Learn more: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Cooking-Food-Preparation/How-to-cook-with-Spices.aspx
After extensive analysis of the events in Hawkins, (1983–1986), OPH has determined that most of their problems could have been solved with better public health literacy, support for parents, proactive emergency preparedness, and, yes, staying home if you’re coughing up unidentified slimy objects.
November 26, 2025 at 2:50 PM
After extensive analysis of the events in Hawkins, (1983–1986), OPH has determined that most of their problems could have been solved with better public health literacy, support for parents, proactive emergency preparedness, and, yes, staying home if you’re coughing up unidentified slimy objects.
Access to food is a basic human right. Food insecurity is more than just being hungry. It can’t be fixed by only providing food.
For more information on strategies to address this issue, visit: www.ottawapublichealth.ca/foodinsecurity
For more information on strategies to address this issue, visit: www.ottawapublichealth.ca/foodinsecurity
November 25, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Access to food is a basic human right. Food insecurity is more than just being hungry. It can’t be fixed by only providing food.
For more information on strategies to address this issue, visit: www.ottawapublichealth.ca/foodinsecurity
For more information on strategies to address this issue, visit: www.ottawapublichealth.ca/foodinsecurity
Have a great public health question?
Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions ton this week’s Your Health segment on CTV News Ottawa and 580 CFRA.
Reply with your questions and tune in to see if we answer yours on air!
Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions ton this week’s Your Health segment on CTV News Ottawa and 580 CFRA.
Reply with your questions and tune in to see if we answer yours on air!
November 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Have a great public health question?
Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions ton this week’s Your Health segment on CTV News Ottawa and 580 CFRA.
Reply with your questions and tune in to see if we answer yours on air!
Dr. Trevor will be answering your questions ton this week’s Your Health segment on CTV News Ottawa and 580 CFRA.
Reply with your questions and tune in to see if we answer yours on air!
Find more information about RSV at OttawaPublicHealth.ca/RSV
November 21, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Find more information about RSV at OttawaPublicHealth.ca/RSV
On November 14, the Mayor, Chair Kitts and Councilor Luloff joined the OPH Dental Team and Dr. Trevor to celebrate the opening of our brand-new dental clinic in Orleans!
This clinic will help improve access to essential dental care for our community.
Learn more at: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Dental
This clinic will help improve access to essential dental care for our community.
Learn more at: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Dental
I had the pleasure of visiting the new Centrum Dental Clinic in Orléans with Councillors Catherine Kitts and Matt Luloff. The team gave us a tour of the clinic, explained the range of services they offer, and shared the important work they’re doing to improve access to dental care in our community.
November 21, 2025 at 1:58 PM
On November 14, the Mayor, Chair Kitts and Councilor Luloff joined the OPH Dental Team and Dr. Trevor to celebrate the opening of our brand-new dental clinic in Orleans!
This clinic will help improve access to essential dental care for our community.
Learn more at: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Dental
This clinic will help improve access to essential dental care for our community.
Learn more at: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Dental
Fun fact: Our routine immunization reporting page is the most popular spot on our site this morning.
Want to be part of the trend? Report your child's routine vaccinations here: https://secureforms.ottawapublichealth.ca/vaccines/Online-Immunization-Record-Submission-EN
Want to be part of the trend? Report your child's routine vaccinations here: https://secureforms.ottawapublichealth.ca/vaccines/Online-Immunization-Record-Submission-EN
Online Immunization Record Submission EN - Ottawa Public Health
We collect, use, and disclose your personal and personal health information under the authority of the Health Protection and Promotion Act R.S.O. 1990, c.H.7, s.5, the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA), R.S.O. 1990, s.11(1), and/or the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), S.O. 2014, s.35 a…
secureforms.ottawapublichealth.ca
November 20, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Fun fact: Our routine immunization reporting page is the most popular spot on our site this morning.
Want to be part of the trend? Report your child's routine vaccinations here: https://secureforms.ottawapublichealth.ca/vaccines/Online-Immunization-Record-Submission-EN
Want to be part of the trend? Report your child's routine vaccinations here: https://secureforms.ottawapublichealth.ca/vaccines/Online-Immunization-Record-Submission-EN